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Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G1519

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

G0864

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-fee-KO-main

Translations: I came, I arrived, I reached, I returned

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to come to, arrive at, reach, or return'. It is often used with a preposition like 'εἰς' (into) or 'πρός' (to) to indicate the destination of arrival. For example, one might say 'I arrived into the city' or 'I came to the house'.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀφικνέομαι is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἱκνέομαι (hikneomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to reach'. Thus, it literally means 'to come from' or 'to arrive from', implying reaching a destination.

G1473

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Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

G2532

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

G3844

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G0518

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-pang-geh-LAN-tone

Translations: of those who announced, of those who reported, of those who declared, of those who brought word, of those who told

Notes: This word is a genitive plural masculine/neuter aorist active participle derived from the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō). It means 'to announce', 'to report', 'to declare', or 'to bring word'. As a genitive participle, it often functions adverbially, indicating the time or circumstance of an action, such as 'when they had announced' or 'after they reported'. It can also function substantively, meaning 'of those who announced'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ἘΞΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G3129

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MA-thon

Translations: I learned, they learned, I taught, they taught

Notes: This word is a past tense form of the verb 'to learn' or 'to teach'. It can mean 'I learned' (first person singular) or 'they learned' (third person plural), depending on the context. It can also carry the meaning of 'I taught' or 'they taught' in certain contexts, though 'to learn' is its primary sense. It describes the act of acquiring knowledge or skill, or imparting it to others.

Inflection: Aorist Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ

G1125

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GRA-foh

Translations: I write, I draw, I record, I inscribe

Notes: This verb means 'to write' or 'to draw'. It is commonly used to describe the act of putting words or symbols onto a surface, such as paper or a tablet. It can also refer to the act of recording information or composing a text.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΡΑΦΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩ, ΑΝΑΓΡΑΦΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gerbh- 'to scratch, to carve'. In ancient Greek, it evolved to mean 'to scratch, to draw, to write'.

G4892

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-ED-ree-oh

Translations: (to) a council, (to) the Sanhedrin, (to) an assembly, (to) a court

Notes: This word refers to a council, assembly, or court, often specifically the Jewish high court, the Sanhedrin. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'ἕδρα' (seat), literally meaning 'sitting together'. It is used to describe a gathering of people for deliberation or judgment.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΟΝ is derived from the Greek preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the noun ἕδρα (hedra), meaning 'seat' or 'sitting'. It literally means 'a sitting together' or 'an assembly of those sitting together'.

G4012

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G5101

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G4238

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PRAH-teh-in

Translations: to do, to perform, to practice, to accomplish, to fare, to act

Notes: This verb means to do, to perform, or to accomplish something. It can also refer to how one fares or gets along, often in the sense of 'to do well' or 'to be well'. It describes actions or activities, often with a focus on the process or the habitual nature of the action.

Inflection: Present Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From an intensive form of an obsolete primary verb, meaning to pass through, hence to experience, i.e. to do or make. It is related to the idea of passing through or accomplishing a task.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

G1161

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G4357

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-MEH-nai

Translations: to remain, to abide, to continue, to wait for, to stay with

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, with', and the verb μένω (menō), meaning 'to remain, to abide'. As an infinitive, it expresses the action of remaining or continuing in a particular place or state, or waiting for someone or something. It can be used to indicate perseverance or steadfastness.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The verb προσμένω (prosménō) is a compound of the preposition πρός (prós), meaning 'to, toward, with', and the verb μένω (ménō), meaning 'to remain, to abide'. The prefix πρός adds a sense of direction or addition to the act of remaining.

G3870

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ek-AL-eh-san

Translations: they called to, they exhorted, they encouraged, they comforted, they appealed to, they pleaded with, they invited

Notes: This word is a verb in the aorist active indicative, third person plural. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people. The verb 'παρακαλέω' generally means to call someone to one's side, and from that, it can take on various meanings depending on the context, such as to exhort, encourage, comfort, appeal to, or invite. It often implies a strong request or a supportive action.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).

G4862, G4243

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soom-PRES-bees

Translations: fellow ambassador, fellow envoy, fellow delegate

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and 'πρέσβυς' (presbys), meaning 'an elder' or 'an ambassador.' Therefore, 'συμπρεσβείς' refers to individuals who serve as ambassadors or envoys alongside others, implying a shared mission or delegation. It describes someone who is a colleague in an embassy or a diplomatic mission.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΚΔΗΜΟΙ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΙ

G1519, G1487, G1488

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

G2722

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tas-KHON-tah

Translations: holding, having, possessing, occupying, restraining, detaining, seizing, taking possession of

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κατέχω' (katechō), meaning 'to hold down, hold fast, possess, occupy, or restrain'. As a participle, it describes an action being performed by a noun or pronoun, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. In the provided examples, it describes someone 'holding' or 'occupying' a position or authority.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΧΩΝ, ΚΡΑΤΩΝ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

G4160

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-ay-SAH-sthai

Translations: to make for oneself, to do for oneself, to cause to be done, to perform, to accomplish

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō). In the middle voice, the action of the verb is performed by the subject for its own benefit or with a direct involvement of the subject in the result. Therefore, it means 'to make for oneself' or 'to do for oneself', often implying an action that the subject causes to happen or performs for their own advantage or interest.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΑΙ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΣΘΑΙ

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

G2141

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: yoo-po-RAY-san-tes

Translations: having prospered, having been well-off, having had resources, having been rich

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ΕΥ̓ΠΟΡΕΩ, meaning 'to be well-off, to prosper, to have resources, to be rich'. As a participle, it describes an action completed in the past by the subject, indicating that they 'had prospered' or 'had sufficient means'. It often implies having an abundance of something, especially money or provisions.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΛΟΥΤΕΩ, ΕΥ̓ΘΗΝΕΩ

G1325

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-doh-MEH-nohn

Translations: being given, of those being given, to those being given, given, of given, to given

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective while retaining verbal qualities, indicating an action that is ongoing or has just occurred. In this form, it describes something or someone that is in the process of being given or has been given, often implying a passive action. It can be used to modify a noun or pronoun, or to stand in for a noun itself.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders, Present, Passive

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΑΡΕΧΟΜΕΝΩΝ

G0846

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Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her

Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

G0618

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-LAM-bah-non

Translations: they were receiving back, they were getting back, they were recovering, they were obtaining, they were receiving in full

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person plural form of the verb ἀπολαμβάνω (apolambanō). It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'back', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. Therefore, it generally means 'to receive back', 'to get back', or 'to recover'. In some contexts, it can also mean 'to receive in full' or 'to obtain'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

G3870

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-ka-le-SAN-tos

Translations: having called alongside, having exhorted, having comforted, having encouraged, having appealed, having requested, of one who called alongside, of one who exhorted, of one who comforted, of one who encouraged, of one who appealed, of one who requested

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'parakaleo'. It describes an action that has already occurred, performed by the subject. It can mean 'having called alongside', 'having exhorted', 'having comforted', 'having encouraged', 'having appealed', or 'having requested'. As a genitive participle, it often functions to describe the circumstances or agent of an action, similar to a subordinate clause like 'when he had exhorted' or 'because he had requested'.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΣΑΝΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΗΣΑΝΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΚΑΛΕΩ (kaleo), meaning 'to call'. Thus, its literal meaning is 'to call alongside'.

G2193

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

Translations: until, while, as long as, up to, even to, as far as

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a point in time or extent in space. It is commonly translated as 'until' or 'as long as' when referring to time, and 'up to' or 'as far as' when referring to space. It can also mean 'while' or 'during the time that', often introducing a temporal clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary particle. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of use in temporal and spatial contexts.

G3756, G3757

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when

Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

G2525

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-STEE-so-men

Translations: we may appoint, we may establish, we may set up, we may put in charge

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi, meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'). It means to appoint, establish, set up, or put in charge. It is often used in contexts of assigning someone to a position or establishing a rule or order.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Future Active, Subjunctive Mood

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΤΑΣΣΩ, ΟΡΙΖΩ

G3982

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PEY-thon-tai

Translations: they obey, they are persuaded, they trust, they yield, they comply

Notes: This word describes the act of being persuaded, obeying, or trusting. It is often used to indicate compliance with commands, laws, or advice, or to express trust in a person or idea. In the passive voice, it means to be persuaded or convinced. In the middle voice, it can mean to obey or to trust.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Middle or Passive Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΕΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΕΙΘΩ (peithō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to bind, to tie, to persuade'. It conveys the idea of being bound by persuasion or trust.

G0142

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-RAS

Translations: lifting, having lifted, taking up, carrying, removing, taking away

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'αἴρω' (airō), meaning 'to lift,' 'to take up,' 'to carry,' or 'to remove.' As a participle, it describes an action that is happening or has happened, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. It indicates the subject is performing the action of lifting or taking something. For example, 'lifting his face' or 'having taken the rod.'

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΑΙΡΩ

G3767

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G3326

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to

Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G2968

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-main

Translations: village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a village or a small town, typically an unfortified settlement smaller than a city. It is used to denote a rural community or a collection of dwellings outside of a major urban center. In a sentence, it would often be used to indicate a destination or location, such as 'they went to the village' or 'he lived in a village'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΣ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'settlement' or 'unfortified dwelling'. It is related to Latin 'pagus' (country district, village) and English 'home'.

G5100

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter

G0568

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ap-EKH-oo-san

Translations: distant, far off, having received in full, a distant one, a far off one

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀπέχω', which means 'to be distant from' or 'to have received in full'. In the provided context, it refers to something being at a distance. It can also be used in a financial sense, meaning to have received payment in full. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing a noun.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΡΩ, ΜΑΚΡΑΝ

G3854

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-GHEE-no-meh

Translations: come, arrive, be present, appear, come alongside, come near

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para, meaning 'beside, alongside') and the verb γίνομαι (ginomai, meaning 'to become, to be, to happen'). It generally means to come or arrive, often implying a presence or appearance. It can be used to describe someone arriving at a place, or something coming into existence or being present.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside, alongside', and the verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning 'to become, to be, to happen'.

G3992

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-psas

Translations: having sent, one who sent, he who sent, when he had sent

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'πέμπω' (pempō), meaning 'to send'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that occurred prior to the main verb. It can be translated as 'having sent' or 'one who sent', indicating the person or thing that performed the action of sending.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G1782

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: en-TEF-then

Translations: from here, hence, thence, from this place, from this time, from that time, from this point

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating origin or sequence. It means 'from this place' or 'from this time/point onward'. It can be used to denote physical departure from a location or a logical progression from a previous statement or event.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΘΕΝ, ΕΝΘΑΔΕ

Etymology: This word is formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (in) and the demonstrative stem 'τεῦθεν', indicating origin or direction from a place.

G4314

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to

Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.

G1012

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BOO-layn

Translations: counsel, a counsel, plan, a plan, purpose, a purpose, will, a will

Notes: This word refers to a counsel, plan, or purpose, often implying a deliberate decision or intention. It can be used to describe human plans or, frequently in the New Testament, the divine will or purpose of God. It is used in sentences to indicate the object of an action, such as 'to know the counsel' or 'to understand the plan'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΙΑ, ΠΡΟΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΒΟΥΛΗ (boulē) comes from the verb βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to will, to wish, to intend'. It refers to the act or result of willing or planning.

G3588, G3778

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G3870

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-eh-ka-LOON

Translations: they were calling alongside, they were exhorting, they were comforting, they were appealing to, they were entreating, they were encouraging

Notes: This word is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'they were calling someone to their side,' 'they were exhorting,' 'they were comforting,' 'they were appealing to,' or 'they were encouraging.' It implies a continuous or habitual action of summoning, urging, or consoling.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΣΙΝ

Etymology: The word παρακαλέω is a compound of παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to call to one's side.'

G0658

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-fih-KEH-sthai

Translations: to arrive, to come, to reach, to get to

Notes: This word is the aorist infinitive form of the verb 'ἀφικνέομαι', meaning 'to arrive' or 'to come to'. It describes the action of reaching a destination or a particular state. It is often used to indicate the completion of a journey or the attainment of a goal.

Inflection: Aorist, Infinitive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΕΣΘΑΙ, ΗΚΕΙΝ, ΦΘΑΝΕΙΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀπό (apo, 'from') and ἱκνέομαι (hikneomai, 'to come, to arrive'). It literally means 'to come from' or 'to arrive from a place'.

G3854

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-geh-no-MEH-non

Translations: of those who came, of those who arrived, of those who were present

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραγίνομαι' (paraginomai), meaning 'to come alongside, to arrive, to be present'. As a genitive plural participle, it refers to 'those who came' or 'those who were present' in a particular situation. It describes people who have arrived or are in attendance.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΩΝ, ΠΑΡΟΝΤΩΝ

G4862

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

Notes: ΣΥΝ is a preposition that typically takes the dative case, meaning 'with' or 'together with', indicating association, accompaniment, or union. It is also very commonly used as a prefix in compound words, where it conveys the idea of 'togetherness', 'union', 'completion', or 'joint action'. For example, 'συντρίβω' (syntribo) means 'to break together' or 'to crush', and 'συνκαίω' (synkaio) means 'to burn together'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom, meaning 'with' or 'beside'. It is cognate with Latin 'cum' and English 'co-' or 'con-'.

G5259

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

G3326

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: PEY-sone

Translations: Peison, Piso

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a male individual named Peison or Piso. It is a common Roman cognomen (family name) that was also used as a personal name. In historical contexts, it often refers to a member of the gens Calpurnia, a prominent plebeian family in ancient Rome.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Peison (Piso) is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen 'Piso'. It is believed to be related to the Latin word 'pisum', meaning 'pea', possibly referring to a physical characteristic or an association with the plant.

G2507

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-thigh-reh-THEE-ny

Translations: to be taken down, to be pulled down, to be cast down, to be destroyed, to be abolished, to be deposed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'kathaireō'. It means 'to be taken down' or 'to be pulled down', often referring to structures or things being demolished. It can also mean 'to be cast down' in the sense of being humbled or overthrown, or 'to be deposed' from a position of authority. In a broader sense, it can mean 'to be destroyed' or 'to be abolished'. As an infinitive, it functions like 'to + verb' in English, indicating the purpose or result of an action.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΙΡΕΘΗΝΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΘΗΝΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΒΛΗΘΗΝΑΙ

G5076

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tet-RAR-khoo

Translations: of a tetrarch, of the tetrarch

Notes: This word refers to the ruler of a fourth part of a region or province. It is a compound word derived from 'tetra' (four) and 'archos' (ruler). In the Roman Empire, a tetrarch was a subordinate ruler, often governing a smaller division of a territory, such as a quarter of a kingdom or province. For example, Herod Antipas was a tetrarch of Galilee and Perea.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From the Greek prefix ΤΕΤΡΑ- (tetra-), meaning 'four', and ΑΡΧΟΣ (archos), meaning 'ruler' or 'leader'. It literally means 'ruler of a fourth part'.

G2680

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Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-tah-skay-vah-STHEN-tah

Translations: having been prepared, having been built, having been made ready, having been furnished, having been constructed, having been provided

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'kataskeuazō', meaning to prepare, build, make ready, or furnish. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing something that has undergone the action of being prepared or built. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past, often translated as 'having been prepared' or 'that which was prepared'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G2192

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on-tah

Translations: having, holding, possessing, keeping, holding fast, the one having

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'having' or 'holding'. It describes an ongoing action of possession or holding. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun that 'has' something, or adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed (e.g., 'while having'). In the provided examples, it describes things that 'do not have' a leader, trees 'having' branches, and 'the one having' all power.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΝ

G1437

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Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G5035

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TAKH-os

Translations: speed, swiftness, quickness, haste, a speed, a swiftness, a quickness, a haste

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being quick or swift. It denotes speed, quickness, or haste. It is used to describe the rate at which something moves or happens, often implying a rapid pace.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΠΟΥΔΗ, ΤΑΧΥΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the root *takh- (to be swift), related to the verb τάσσω (tassō, to arrange, order). It refers to the quality of swiftness or speed.

G3778

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G1909

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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G4183

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G3303

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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

G2010

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-TREH-pine

Translations: to permit, to allow, to entrust, to commit

Notes: This word means to give permission or to allow something to happen. It can also mean to entrust or commit something to someone's care. It is often used in contexts where authority is granted or responsibility is assigned.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΑΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπιτρέπω (epitrépō), from ἐπί (epí, 'upon, to') + τρέπω (trépō, 'to turn'). The sense evolved from 'to turn over to' to 'to permit' or 'to entrust'.

G3756

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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G2309

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-theh-LON

Translations: I wanted, they wanted, I wished, they wished, I desired, they desired, I was wanting, they were wanting

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to want', 'to wish', or 'to desire'. It is in the imperfect tense, which describes an action that was ongoing, repeated, or habitual in the past. It can be translated as 'I wanted' (first person singular) or 'they wanted' (third person plural), depending on the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Imperfect Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΛΩ (thelo) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an ancient root meaning 'to set' or 'to place', evolving to mean 'to set one's mind on' or 'to wish'.

G0971

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: bee-ah-ZOH-meh-noy

Translations: being forced, suffering violence, being compelled, those who are being forced, those who are suffering violence

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'βιάζω', meaning 'to force, compel, or do violence'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is undergoing the action of being forced, compelled, or subjected to violence. It can be used to describe individuals or groups who are being acted upon by an external force.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Participle, Plural, Masculine (Nominative/Vocative) or Neuter (Nominative/Accusative/Vocative)

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΚΑΤΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'βιάζω' comes from 'βία' (bia), meaning 'force, violence'.

G5259

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: OOF

Translations: under, by, with, from, at the hand of, by means of, through

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'ΥΠΟ' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'by'. The final vowel of 'ΥΠΟ' is dropped when the following word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. It indicates a position beneath something, or agency (by means of someone/something), or cause. It can also denote the instrument or agent by which something is done. It is a very common preposition in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect; governs the genitive and accusative cases.

Etymology: The word 'ΥΠΟ' (hypo) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'under'. It is related to English words like 'hypodermic' and 'hypothermia'.

G4784

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soong-kah-tah-TEE-then-tai

Translations: agree, consent, assent, concur

Notes: This word means to agree with, consent to, or assent to something. It implies a shared decision or approval, often after deliberation or discussion. It is used to describe someone giving their approval or joining in an agreement.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΦΩΝΩ, ΟΜΟΛΟΓΕΩ, ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of three parts: σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together'; κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against' (here intensifying); and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. Thus, it literally means 'to put down together with' or 'to place one's vote/opinion with'.

G5348

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FTHA-nee

Translations: he/she/it comes, he/she/it arrives, he/she/it reaches, he/she/it attains, he/she/it anticipates, he/she/it comes upon

Notes: This is the third person singular present active indicative form of the verb 'φθάνω'. It generally means to arrive, come, or reach a certain point or state. It can also imply anticipating or coming upon something unexpectedly. It is used to describe an action that is currently happening or a state that is currently being reached by a singular subject.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΘΑΝΩ, ΗΚΩ

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

G3588

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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)

Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.

G3816

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAIS

Translations: child, a child, boy, a boy, girl, a girl, servant, a servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a child, whether a boy or a girl, and can also denote a servant or slave, regardless of age. Its meaning often depends on the context, indicating a young person or someone in a position of servitude. For example, it can refer to a son or daughter, or a male or female attendant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΚΟΡΑΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peh₂w- ('small, few'). It is related to words meaning 'child' or 'small' in various Indo-European languages.

G639

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-po-RON

Translations: poor, needy, destitute, without resources, at a loss, perplexed, of the poor, of the needy

Notes: This word describes someone who is without resources, in need, or at a loss. It can refer to material poverty, meaning someone is poor or destitute, or to a state of being perplexed or without a way forward. It is a compound word, formed from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and πόρος (poros, 'a way, passage, resource').

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΤΩΧΟΣ, ΕΝΔΕΗΣ, ΠΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἀπορέω (aporeō) comes from ἀ- (a-), a negative prefix, and πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way, passage, resource'. Thus, it literally means 'without a way' or 'without resources'.

G4413

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-ton

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G3880

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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pa-ra-la-BOHN

Translations: having received, having taken, having taken along, having taken aside, having taken over, having taken possession of

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραλαμβάνω' (paralambanō), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take alongside'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It can imply taking something into one's possession, taking someone with oneself, or taking over a responsibility or role. The specific nuance depends on the context.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative Masculine Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΒΩΝ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ

G5100

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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nas

Translations: who, what, some, any, some people, any people, some things, any things

Notes: ΤΙΝΑΣ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. It serves as both an interrogative (asking 'who?' or 'what?') and an indefinite (meaning 'someone,' 'something,' 'some,' or 'any'). In this form, it is the masculine or feminine, plural, accusative case. It can be used to ask about the identity of multiple people or things, or to refer to an unspecified group of people or things.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

G1750

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: em-PREE-sas

Translations: having burned, having set on fire, having consumed by fire

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to burn' or 'to set on fire'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that someone or something has already performed the act of burning or setting something ablaze. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can also convey a causal or temporal relationship, such as 'because he burned' or 'after he burned'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Nominative, Singular, Masculine, Participle

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΑΙΩ, ΠΥΡΠΟΛΕΩ

G3633

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: OY-oh-MEH-nos

Translations: thinking, supposing, imagining, believing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to think' or 'to suppose'. It describes someone who is currently thinking, supposing, or imagining something. It is often used to indicate a person's belief or opinion about a situation.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΟἼΟΜΑΙ (oiomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *oi- meaning 'to think' or 'to suppose'.

G2141

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-po-RE-seen

Translations: to be prosperous, to be wealthy, to have means, to be well off, to be well supplied, to have resources, to be able, to succeed

Notes: This word is the future active infinitive form of the verb 'euporeō'. It means to be prosperous, to have sufficient means, or to be well-supplied. It can also imply being able to do something or succeeding in an endeavor. It describes a state of having ample resources or being in a good financial position.

Inflection: Future, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΛΟΥΤΕΩ, ΕΥ̓ΘΗΝΕΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek εὐπορέω (euporeō), which is a compound of εὖ (eu, 'well') and πόρος (poros, 'passage, means, resource'). It literally means 'to have good passage' or 'to have good resources'.

G1893

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Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: ep-AY-day

Translations: since, because, for, inasmuch as, seeing that

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause that provides a reason or cause for the main clause. It can be translated as 'since,' 'because,' or 'for,' indicating a logical connection between events or statements. It is often found at the beginning of a sentence or clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΓΑΡ, ΕΠΕΙ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi, 'upon, on') and the conjunction ἘΠΕΙ (epei, 'when, since'), with the particle ΔΗ (de, 'indeed, now'). It emphasizes the causal relationship.

G5553

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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: keh-khroo-SOH-meh-nas

Translations: gilded, adorned with gold, plated with gold

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been gilded' or 'having been adorned with gold'. It describes something that has undergone the process of being covered or decorated with gold. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun and indicating a completed action.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine, Perfect Passive Participle

Etymology: The word χρυσόω (chrysoō) comes from χρυσός (chrysos), meaning 'gold'. It is a verb formed from the noun, indicating the action of applying gold.

G1283

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eer-PAH-san

Translations: plundered, they plundered, they seized as spoil, they carried off as plunder

Notes: This word describes the act of plundering, seizing, or carrying off something as spoil. It implies a forceful and often violent taking of possessions, typically after a conquest or attack. It is used to describe what a group of people did.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΣΚΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word διαρπάζω (diarpazō) is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and ἁρπάζω (harpazō), meaning 'to seize', 'to snatch', or 'to carry off'. The prefix διά intensifies the action of seizing, implying a thorough or complete plundering.

G4183

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

G4238

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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PRAX-an-tes

Translations: having done, having performed, having acted, those who did, those who performed, those who acted

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, indicating an action that was completed in the past by the subject. It describes someone who has already performed or carried out an action, often translated as "having done" or "those who did."

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΗΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΑΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΑΣΣΩ (prassō) comes from an uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *prāg- meaning 'to do, to make'.

G1063

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Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: BETH-mah-OHN

Translations: Beth-maon, Beth-meon

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to a specific place. Beth-maon (or Beth-meon) was an ancient city in Moab, located east of the Dead Sea. It is mentioned in the Old Testament, particularly in the book of Jeremiah, as one of the cities upon which judgment was pronounced.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name 'Beth-maon' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'house of habitation' or 'house of dwelling'. It is a compound name, with 'Beth' meaning 'house' and 'Maon' meaning 'habitation' or 'dwelling'.

G0325

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nakh-oh-RAY-sah-men

Translations: we withdrew, we departed, we retired, we went away

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to withdraw', 'to depart', or 'to go away'. It is formed from the preposition ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb χωρέω (chōreō), meaning 'to make room', 'to go', or 'to proceed'. In this form, it indicates an action completed by a group of people (we) in the past.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΧΩΡΕΩ, ὙΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ

G0337

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-EE-roo-sin

Translations: they take up, they take away, they destroy, they kill, they abolish, they do away with

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to take up, take away, destroy, kill, or abolish. It is often used in contexts of removing something or someone, either physically or conceptually. For example, it can refer to taking someone's life, or to abolishing a custom or belief.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ἈΝΕΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναιρέω (anaireō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize'.

G2424

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Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOON

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, the Greek form of the Hebrew name 'Joshua'. It refers primarily to Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. It can also refer to other individuals named Joshua in the Old Testament or other historical figures. In a sentence, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The Greek name ἸΗΣΟΥΣ (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'.

G3745

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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-soy

Translations: as many as, all who, whoever, how many

Notes: This word functions as a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'as many as' or 'all who'. It introduces a relative clause and refers to a quantity or number of people or things. It is used to connect a dependent clause to a main clause, specifying the extent or number of the antecedent.

Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'this, that') and the suffix -σος (-sos), indicating quantity or degree. It is related to other words indicating quantity or extent.

G5037

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.

G4253

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PRO

Translations: before, in front of, for, on behalf of, in the presence of, prior to, instead of

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically takes the genitive case. It can indicate a spatial relationship, meaning 'before' or 'in front of' something or someone. It can also denote a temporal relationship, meaning 'before' in time, or a causal relationship, meaning 'for' or 'on behalf of' someone or something. In some contexts, it can also mean 'instead of' or 'in the presence of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'before, in front of'. It is cognate with English 'for' and Latin 'pro'.

G2190

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ekh-THROY

Translations: enemies, foes, adversaries

Notes: This word refers to those who are hostile or adversarial towards someone or something. It is used to describe opponents, whether in conflict, legal disputes, or general opposition. It can be used in a literal sense for military adversaries or in a more figurative sense for those who are opposed to a person's beliefs or actions.

Inflection: Nominative, Vocative, or Dative; Masculine; Plural

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΟΛΕΜΙΟΙ, ἈΝΤΙΔΙΚΟΙ

Etymology: This word comes from the Greek verb ἔχθω (echthō), meaning 'to hate'. It is related to the concept of hatred and hostility.

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The Life of Flavius Josephus, Chapter 12

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